Job Description

About Us

Every moment of every day, people around the world rely on the energy they access through infrastructure built by Quanta. Comprising the largest skilled-labor force in North America, our employees are highly skilled and innovative, continually working to connect people and power. We're building the infrastructure that supports the energy transition, and there are more opportunities than ever to be part of our team. Join us and build your career building a brighter future.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage, inspire, and support our people to seize opportunities in our corporate office and with hundreds of our operating companies worldwide that provide solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, and communications industries.

Quanta actively promotes and maintains a culture of belonging where all employees can be themselves, live their values, and find opportunities to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic organization in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is prized. Come find out how our people power modern life.

About this Role

In this role, the individual will provide essential legal support to management teams within Quanta Services's South Region companies across different operational areas, focusing mainly on handling contractual agreements, offering operational advice, and assisting in risk prevention. This position is a perfect match for an emerging legal professional who is looking to broaden their knowledge and skills through active participation in every phase of the contract lifecycle management—from the preliminary review and negotiation stages to drafting and ultimate enforcement. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to closely examine the legal and commercial aspects of requests for quotations, contractual agreements, and other relevant legal and technical documents, ensuring adherence to regulations and protecting the organization's interests. This role is an excellent opportunity for career development in a vibrant setting, enabling the candidate to hone their legal expertise and make significant contributions to the success of the organization.

What You'll Do

• Works directly with Legal team, regional management team, and Operating Unit management in a collaborative and supportive manner.
• Reviews and analyzes customer documents to identify potential commercial and legal risks and provides creative, pragmatic solutions.
• Negotiates terms and conditions directly with external customers and vendors.
• Prepares contract and various other legal documents for signature and assists with the drafting and preparation of proposals.
• Assists the businesses in determining prime contract flow down terms and conditions for incorporation into supplier and subcontract agreements and ensure internal departments know HR/insurance requirements.
• Supports the effective administration of prime contracts and subcontracts, including change management.
• Provides counsel and recommendations to Leadership and Operations regarding claims management, claims preparation, warranty administration and dispute resolution.
• Converses with, listens to and provides counsel and recommendations to Project Managers and other functional Project Team members regarding contractual and commercial implications of potential project strategies, decisions and commercial settlements.
• Provides functional representation in addressing commercial matters with customers.
• Assists Parent Company General Counsel and Chief Counsel of Operations as needed.
• Liaises with the Tax, Insurance, Finance, and other departments in-house as applicable to support Operations.
• Travels to and participates in project meetings and dispute resolution proceedings as needed.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures.

What You'll Bring

• JD and licensed to practice law
• 5+ years of contracts-related experience
• In-House expereince within the telecom or construction space is highly preferred
• Substantial experience in reviewing and negotiating EPC and related telecom or construction agreements
• Substantial experience with claims, change orders and risk management
• Previous in-house experience preferred
• Licensed with the Texas State Bar

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, you'll be offered a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
• Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.